RHAPHIOLEPIS indica 'White Cloud'
RHAPHIOLEPIS indica 'White Cloud'
Commonly known as Indian Hawthorn
Slightly fragrant white flowers from pinkish buds
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Suitable for a container -
Pests & Diseases
Generally pest and disease free -
Evergreen
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White
Pale pink buds, opening white. -
Panicles
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Border
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Height and Spread
0.5–1 metres -
Pruning group 8
Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers.
Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.
When: Annually after flowers if on previous year's growth, or in late Winter or Spring if on current year's growth.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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